Respiratory Therapist - PRN - Days

About the role

This job provides respiratory care treatment, oxygen services, diagnostic testing and ventilation support services to both in-patients and out-patients ranging in age from neonatal to geriatric. The RT-CRT sets up, monitors and weans Oxygen Therapy and Artificial ventilation. The RT-CRT draws, analyzes and reports Arterial Blood Gases and EKGs. The RT-CRT delivers intermittent therapy and assists with changing of artificial airways. The RT-CRT provides services as ordered by a physician and in accordance with established policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine and advanced therapeutic procedures according to established policy and procedure.
• Reviews and documents all clinical information regarding each patient.
• Educates patients and co-workers on procedures and treatment plans.
• Performs diagnostic procedures.
• Provides care based on physical; psycho/social, educational, safety and related criteria, appropriate to the age of patient served in assigned area.
• Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to: respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.
• Other related duties as required.

Requirements

This job requires a Registered OR Certified Respiratory Therapist license in the state of practice. Certification by the National Board of Respiratory Care as a Registered Respiratory Therapist is also required. Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) must be obtained within 90 days of hire.

Qualifications

Education: Required - Associate's Degree. Preferred - Bachelor's Degree.

Skills

• Computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of information.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally.
• Proficient with Windows-style applications, various software packages specific to role and keyboard.
• Strong interpersonal skills.

Benefits

Details about benefits are not specified in the job posting.

Pay

Details about pay are not specified in the job posting.

Schedule

Days, PRN - 6:30am-7pm - Weekends as Needed

Facility

St. Bernard Parish Hospital